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A Correlation Between Divine Law and Secular Law: A Case of Kumi Diocese
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-08-27) Phillip Mugume
This dissertation explores the intricate relationship between divine law and secular law within the context of the Church of the Province of Uganda, with a specific focus on the Kumi Diocese succession dispute. Over the last decade, the Church of the Province of Uganda has faced a rising number of legal challenges, particularly in relation to the election and succession of bishops. This trend has raised concerns about the possible encroachment of secular legal principles into church governance, leading to significant divisions within various dioceses. The research traces the historical evolution of the Church of the Province of Uganda’s governance, beginning with the establishment of the first African Synod in 1914, through to the current structure of the Church with 39 diocesan bishops. The dissertation investigates the causes of recent lawsuits, examining whether these conflicts stem from changes in church laws, shifts in leadership practices, or misunderstandings between secular law and divine legal frameworks. The study adopts a constructivist research design, utilizing a literary analysis of books, journals, statutory laws, and Canonical laws. It also analyses key case laws, particularly the Kumi Diocese succession case, to understand the legal and theological implications of these disputes. The findings aim to clarify the relationship between secular law and divine law, propose best practices for their harmonious coexistence, and offer recommendations to church leaders for effectively managing legal conflicts. This research is intended to enhance the understanding of legal frameworks within the Church of the Province of Uganda and provide a foundation for further academic inquiry into the intersection of secular and divine law in church governance.
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Suffering as a Form of Sanctification Among the Christians of the Diocese of Lango
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-08-13) Jaspher Robinson Oluge
This study aimed at discovering the role of suffering in the sanctification of the Christians of the Diocese of Lango. This was in response to the question that was being asked by many Christians in this Diocese namely why should Christians suffer when Jesus Christ has already suffered on their behalf on the cross? The study was qualitative, and the researcher used Integrative Theological Methodology. Following the three specific objectives, the researcher discussed the meaning of suffering and sanctification from the Christian perspective, established the relationship between suffering and sanctification, and finally, developed a theology of suffering from the African point of view and exhibited its relevance to the Christians of the Diocese of Lango. The study revealed that suffering is majorly caused by evil. The study further revealed that the key roles suffering plays in the sanctification of a Christian are: purification, formation of virtues, deterrence of sin, breaking of idols and causing dependence on God, creating motivation for change, causing repentance, enhancing of learning, and finally, ushering of him/ her to eternity (ultimate sanctification). A theology of suffering from the African point of view underscored the fact that although God reigns over suffering and uses it for the sanctification of His people, He does not approve of the suffering of His people, and wants it eradicated. These findings help the Christians of the Diocese of Lango understand the role of suffering in their sanctification and know how to appropriately respond to it.
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The Relevance of John Wesley’s Economic Principles for the Advancement of Mission in the Diocese of Northwest Ankole -Province of the Church of Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-08-26) Felex Bainomugisha
This study investigated how John Wesley’s economic ideas can be applied to the work of laying a strong foundation for sustainable holistic transformation in the Diocese of Northwest Ankole. The objectives of the study were; to evaluate the socio-economic context of mission in the Diocese of Northwest Ankole, to provide an understanding and application of John Wesley’s economic Philosophy in the Diocese of Northwest Ankole, and to recommend economic values that can be applied by adopting Wesley’s economic ideas with the Diocese of Northwest Ankole mission development plans. A qualitative study approach was adopted. The data collection was carried out using the documentary method. Findings revealed that the Diocese of Northwest Ankole, established in 2017 from the Greater Ankole Diocese, faces a range of socio-economic challenges including poverty, limited education and healthcare access, and economic instability, but it aims to address these issues through John Wesley's principles of ethical stewardship and community development to enhance both spiritual and material well-being. Findings also indicate that John Wesley’s economic philosophy, which emphasizes ethical wealth accumulation ("Gain all you can"), prudent resource management ("Save all you can"), and generous giving ("Give all you can"), offers a framework for addressing the socio-economic challenges in the Diocese of Northwest Ankole, promoting sustainable development and community support while navigating cultural and economic barriers. Findings also revealed that John Wesley's economic principles offer the Diocese of Northwest Ankole a comprehensive framework for enhancing mission development through ethical entrepreneurship, financial stewardship, generosity, economic justice, community-based initiatives, sustainable development, and education. In conclusion, The Diocese of Northwest Ankole's mission, shaped by significant socio-economic challenges, aims to address both spiritual and material needs through sustainable development and healthcare, while applying John Wesley's economic principles to foster ethical entrepreneurship, financial stewardship, and community well-being. The study recommends that the Diocese should invest in modern agricultural training and infrastructure improvements to boost local productivity and reduce poverty. The study also recommends that the Diocese should prioritize educational programs that teach ethical wealth accumulation and prudent resource management. In addition, the Diocese of Northwest Ankole should establish vocational training centers and financial literacy programs to empower individuals and promote ethical entrepreneurship.
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The Origin, Nature, and Purpose of Scripture: An Exegetical Study of 2 Timothy 3:16–17
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-08-26) Jacques Bihozagara
This dissertation examines the authority and sufficiency of Scripture through a detailed exegetical study of 2 Timothy 3:16-17. The research seeks to answer critical questions regarding the source, nature, role, and purpose of Scripture within the context of Christian theology. By employing the commentary method, this study offers a verse-by-verse analysis, integrating both historical and literal contexts. Special attention is given to the Greek adjective “Πᾶσα,” which is pivotal in understanding the divine origin and authority of Scripture. Through a comprehensive examination of secondary sources and a library-based approach, this research synthesizes doctrinal insights with practical applications, demonstrating the timeless relevance of Scripture. The findings underscore the foundational role of Scripture in guiding the beliefs and practices of the Christian community, affirming its inspiration, inerrancy, and authority. The dissertation concludes with a summary of key issues identified in the exegetical study and explores their implications for contemporary Christian thought and practice.
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An Analysis of the Theology of Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism in the Church of the Province of Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-09-03) Martin Ndawula
This research paper delves into the theology of Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism within the Church of the Province of Uganda (CoU). The study explores how this new wave of African Pentecostalism has influenced traditional Anglican practices, leading to significant theological and practical changes within the CoU. The study begins by examining the historical background and evolution of Pentecostalism globally, with a specific focus on its African context. It then narrows down to Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism, highlighting its unique characteristics, such as the prophetic ministry, the "Man of God" syndrome, and the attribution of personal and communal challenges to spiritual forces. The paper discusses the challenges posed by Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism to the Anglican Church, particularly in terms of doctrinal purity, worship style, and church governance. It also considers the responses of the CoU to these challenges, analyzing both the positive and negative impacts of adopting Neo-Prophetic practices. The study further investigates the theological implications of Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism, questioning its compatibility with traditional Anglican doctrine and the potential for syncretism with African Traditional Religions. To achieve its objectives, the research employs both theoretical and empirical methods, including literature review, interviews with clergy and laity, and observations of church services. The findings reveal a complex interaction between Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism and Anglicanism, where the former has both revitalized and disrupted the latter. The paper concludes by offering suggestions for a balanced theological response that maintains the core values of Anglicanism while engaging with the dynamic spirituality of Neo-Prophetic Pentecostalism.
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A Study of the Effectiveness of the Church’s Current Measures to Curb Drug and Substance Abuse Among the Youths: A Case Study of Greater Mbarara Archdeaconry, Diocese of Ankole of the Church of Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2024-08-23) Erinest Mpagi
This was a study of the Effectiveness of the Church’s Current Measures to curb Drug and Substance Abuse among the Youths: A Case study of Greater Mbarara Archdeaconry, Ankole Diocese of the Church of Uganda. The current measures include: pastoral counseling, support groups, educational programs, workshops, and youth engagement activities. These initiatives, grounded in the Biblical teachings of love, wisdom, and guidance, provide emotional support, raise awareness, and offer healthy alternatives to drug and substance abuse. To further enhance the Church's response to substance and drug abuse, additional strategies are recommended: enhanced community collaboration based on unity (1 Corinthians 12:12-14), intensive rehabilitation programs following Jesus' healing ministry (Matthew 9:35), family and parental support emphasizing the foundational role of family (Ephesians 6:1-4), vocational training and employment opportunities guided by meaningful work (2 Thessalonians 3:10), and continued spiritual formation and discipleship rooted in strong spiritual disciplines (Romans 12:2). Incorporating these additional strategies, rooted in theological principles, can significantly enhance the Church's efforts to curb drug and substance abuse in the region.
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Framing the AIDS Discourse: a critic of journalistic source norms in Uganda’s HIV and AIDS print news
(Springer, 2022-05-25) Napakol, Angella
Through reportage, media have played a key role in HIV/AIDS prevention and awareness in Uganda. Uganda’s success in reducing the percentage of HIV infection together with key supportive factors such as political will have been discussed internationally. Media have been credited with relaying information about HIV/AIDS to different groups of people in the public and acting as change agents. This study looks at media as key players in the HIV and AIDS prevention journey in Uganda and therefore seeks to investigate how two major newspaper outlets; New Vision and Daily Monitor framed the issue of HIV/AIDS—looking particularly at the who, between authority and none authority sources contributed most to the HIV/AIDS narrative as news stories’ sources. A quantitative content analysis was carried out of New Vision and Daily Monitor newspapers’ articles spanning 20 years of coverage. Results indicate that despite the important role played, media depended more on authority sources of information compared to none authority sources. This paper argues that lay people such as PLWHA or their caregivers have lived experiences which if shared, could affect the adoption of recommended HIV/AIDS preventive measures.
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Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme(UWEP) and women economic empowerment in Soroti City, Uganda
(2024-09-04) Asekenye Damali
Abstract This study investigated “Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme (UWEP) and the Economic Empowerment of Women in Soroti City, Uganda. The main objective was to examine the contribution of Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme on women Economic Empowerment in Soroti City.A descriptive research design with both qualitative and quantitative approaches were used. A sample of 152 respondents was selected from a population of 260 The findings revealed the following: capacity building accounts for 0.2% of women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The P value was .621 which is greater than the significance level of 0.05; therefore, there was an insignificant effect of that capacity building in influencing women economic empowerment in Soroti City. It was also revealed that R2 value was .039 This implies that access to assorted inputs and technologies accounts for 3.9% of women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The P value was .015 which is greater than the significance level of 0.05; therefore, there was an insignificant effect on access to assorted inputs and technologies in influencing women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The results of the third research objective revealed that R2 =.002 This implies that effect of access to markets accounts for 0.2% of women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The P value was .613 which is greater than the significance level of 0.05; therefore, there was an insignificant effect of access to markets accounts in influencing on women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The study concluded that capacity building, assorted inputs and technologies and access to markets have insignificant effect on women economic empowerment in Soroti City. The study recommended that: Demonstration gardens to be established to enable farming groups adopt the application and use of new technologies to enhance the transfer of women’s practical skills to improve on farm productivity and production Government should provide market information on existing markets for products produced by women. If women groups are connected to suppliers and consumers of their goods and services, women are likely to fetch or get high prices for their good.
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Effect of Earthen Pond Fish Farming Practices on Water Quality: a case of group and individual farmers in Buikwe district
(2024-09-02) Akello Mary Goretti
The overall objective of the study was to determine the quality of water in earthen fish ponds in Buikwe district, Eastern Uganda. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: 1) To examine the socio-economic factors of smallholder pond fish farmers in Nyenga Division; 2) determine the level of awareness on water resource use and safety practices among smallholder pond fish farmers in Nyenga Division; 3) assess the biophysical parameters of water resources used in earthen ponds in Nyenga Division; and lastly 4) assess the effect of pond effluents on the water quality in the downstream in Nyenga Division. Data on biophysical parameters was collected using a combination of water collection equipment in the forms of sterile bottles, while social economic data was collected using questionnaires and secondary data sources. Total Dissolved Solids was analyzed using standard methods 2540 B, pH by a multipurpose pH meter, BOD and DO using standard titrimetric method, turbidity by nephelometric method using a turbid meter. Concentrations of minerals - Phosphates, Nitrates and Ammonia water samples were analysed using an atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS). Using excel and SPSS data was analyzed and this was presented using frequencies, percentages, charts and graphs. Regression, ANOVA, t-tests and correlations were used to analyze significance of the variables. The study found that there is no variation in socio-economic characteristics of pond farmers in Nyenga Division when a t-test statistical analysis was conducted, and the results were p<0.05 which is statistically significant. The pond farmers are adequately aware of the water resource use and safety practices indicated by R-square value of 0.35 obtained and (p<0.000 & 0.010) which was confirmed by ANOVA test results (p>0.05); the biophysical parameters at the earthen pond inlets, middle points, and at the outlets this was proven when One-way ANOVA test indicated (p>0.05); and lastly, the pond effluents have not altered the water quality in the streams in Nyenga division which was revealed by the t-test analysis (p>0.05) for all the three villages.
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Draft genome sequence of solanum aethiopicum provides insights into disease resistance, drought tolerance, and the evolution of the genome
(Oxford, 2019-08) Bo Song; Yue Song; Yuan Fu; Elizabeth Balyejusa Kizito; Sandra Ndagire Kamenya; Pamela Nahamya Kabod; Huan Liu; Samuel Muthemba; Robert Kariba; Joyce Njuguna; Solomon Maina; Francesca Stomeo; Appolinaire Djikeng; Prasad S. Hendre; Xiaoli Chen; Wenbin Chen; Xiuli Li; Wenjing Sun; Sibo Wang; Shifeng Cheng; Alice Muchugi; Ramni Jamnadass; Allen Van Deynze; Huanming Yang; Jian Wang; Xun Xu; Damaris Achieng Odeny; Xin Liu
Background: The African eggplant (Solanum aethiopicum) is a nutritious traditional vegetable used in many African countries, including Uganda and Nigeria. It is thought to have been domesticated in Africa from its wild relative, Solanum anguivi. S. aethiopicum has been routinely used as a source of disease resistance genes for several Solanaceae crops, including Solanum melongena. A lack of genomic resources has meant that breeding of S. aethiopicum has lagged behind other vegetable crops. Results: We assembled a 1.02-Gb draft genome of S. aethiopicum, which contained predominantly repetitive sequences (78.9%). We annotated 37,681 gene models, including 34,906 protein-coding genes. Expansion of disease resistance genes was observed via 2 rounds of amplification of long terminal repeat retrotransposons, which may have occurred ∼1.25 and 3.5 million years ago, respectively. By esequencing 65 S. aethiopicum and S. anguivi genotypes, 18,614,838 single-nucleotide polymorphisms were identified, of which 34,171 were located within disease resistance genes. Analysis of domestication and demographic history revealed active selection for genes involved in drought tolerance in both “Gilo” and “Shum” groups. A pan-genome of S. aethiopicum was assembled, containing 51,351 protein-coding genes; 7,069 of these genes were missing from the reference genome. Conclusions: The genome sequence of S. aethiopicum enhances our understanding of its biotic and abiotic resistance. The single-nucleotide polymorphisms identified are immediately available for use by breeders. The information provided here will accelerate selection and breeding of the African eggplant, as well as other crops within the Solanaceae family.